Kite string injury: An unusual cause of extensive ankle trauma with vascular injury

Abstract

Vascular injuries due to kite string are uncommon but are associated with significant morbidities and mortality. We report a case of 45 years female sustaining kite string injury to her ankle resulting in neurovascular injuries and total transection of the tendoachilles. The aim of the article is to highlight this rare injury, its mechanism and the importance of awareness which can prevent this to a large extent.

Keywords

• kite string
• manja
• tendoachilles
• vascular injury